By Madu Obi There is mounting tension at Igbariam Farm Settlement in Anambra East local government area of the state following attack of the Anglican and Catholic churches in the area by youths of the community. Venerable Obiora Igbokwe of the Christ Anglican Church, Igbariam, who narrated the incident said he was lucky to have escaped being lynched by the youths, who claimed that they were there to harvest palm fruits in the massive settlement established by the defunct Ea

By Madu Obi The Anambra State branch of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, has elected new members of the state executive committee, with Mr. Chris Nwosu as the state chairman. A Congress committee team from Abuja led by Ambassador Fidel Ayogu, conducted the exercise in Awka, with about 500 delegates from all parts of the state. Before the commencement of the state congress, motions were moved for the adoption of the congresses earlier conducted at the ward and local gover

By Madu Obi African Democratic Congress, ADC, House of Representatives aspirant for Nnewi North, Nnewi South and Ekwusigo federal constituency of Anambra State for the 2027 general elections Ambassador Lotanna Ikebunwa, has described most governors' endorsement of President Bola Tinubu for the presidential election as a non issue, arguing that the governors were only interested in safeguarding their personal interests. Speaking during the inauguration of ADC Good Governance

By Madu Obi African Democratic Congress, ADC, presidential aspirant , Mr. Peter Obi has expressed deep concern over the recent decision by the United States of America, USA, to evacuate its embassy staff from Nigeria, describing the move as a troubling signal of worsening insecurity and declining global confidence in the country. In a statement posted on his social media platforms, Obi warned that the development should be treated as a national emergency, particularly at a t

By Madu Obi The convener of APGA Media Warriors Forum, Evang Chinedu Obigwe, has accused suspected members of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, who confronted Governor Chukwuma Soludo during a town hall meeting in London, of being the sponsors of insecurity in Igbo land. The meeting was organized to update Anambra indigenes in diaspora on Governor Soludo's developmental achievements. However , a group of people reportedly created tension at the arena and accused the gove

By Madu Obi The Senator representing Anambra Central senatorial zone and a chieftain of African Democratic Congress, ADC, Chief Victor Umeh, has accused the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof Joash Amupitan, of deliberately sabotaging the party . Speaking during the party's stakeholders meeting ahead of its planned Anambra State congress in Awka, Umeh said it was surprising that the chairman of an electoral body, who is not just a lawyer, b

By Madu Obi The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has congratulated Christians on the sacred occasion of Easter, describing it as the cornerstone of Christian life. In his goodwill message to mark the occasion, Governor Soludo stated that having passed through the lenten season, Easter is a profound evidence of the triumph of light over darkness, hope over despair, and life over death. "The resurrection of Jesus Christ is not just a historical event; it i

By Madu Obi House of Representatives aspirant for Anaocha/Njikoka/ Dunukofia federal constituency of Anambra State for the 2027 election, Chief Chukwudi Oli, has promised that service and openness to the people will be his watchword if elected into the House of Representatives in next year's election. Oli, a lawyer, is aspiring on the platform of All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, a party that is dominating the politics of Anambra State. Speaking in an interview at Nri,

By Madu Obi A chieftain of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Chief Joemartins Uzodike has said that the best option for the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Prof. Joash Amupitan, is to honourably resign from his position, claiming that he has already failed Nigerians even before the election. Reacting to INEC’s withdrawal of recognition of the Sen. David Mark-led leadership of ADC, Uzodike, a lawyer, described the pronouncements of Amupita

By Madu Obi The Anambra State Police Command has expressed serious concern over the growing trend of some security operatives concealing their identities while providing protection to Very Important Personalities (VIPs) within the state, describing the action as a big threat to security. It is a common sight in the state to see vigilante operatives wearing masks while patrolling or mounting checkpoints. Reacting on the development in Awka, the Command noted that while securit

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe By Madu Obi The leadership of All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, has called on the Senate President, Goodwill Akpabio, to declare Abia South senatorial seat vacant following the defection of Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe from APGA to the African Democratic Congress, ADC. In a communique issued after the party's National Working Committee, NWC, meeting in Awka, the party commended the Senate under the leadership of Senator Godswill Akpabio for standi

By Madu Obi The Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders (CONYL), the umbrella body of youth groups drawn across the country's six geopolitical zones, has expressed deep outrage over the continued harassment, intimidation, and violent attacks against Nigerians residing in South Africa, warning that enough is enough. Leader of the group, Comrade Goodluck Ibem, described the attacks as unacceptable, unjustifiable, wicked, barbaric and a direct assault on African unity, brotherhood,

By Madu Obi Presidential aspirant for the 2027 general elections, Mr. Peter Obi has criticized what he described as lack of empathy and the quality of national leadership exhibited during the recent presidential visits to violence-affected areas in Nigeria. Obi spoke on the recent visits by President Bola Tinubu to Benue State in June 2025, where he stopped at the Government House without proceeding to communities affected by deadly attacks and a similar occurrence in Platea

Engr. Dave Umahi ( middle) during the opening of Enugu- Onitsha expressway By Madu Obi Minister of Works, David Umahi, has opened the completed sections of the Enugu–Onitsha expressway to ensure easy movement during the Easter period, describing it as a major turning point for transportation and commerce in the South East geopolitical zone. Speaking during the exercise at a spot close to the Onyeama Mine in Enugu, Umahi recalled that before the intervention of the current ad

By Madu Obi The Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, in collaboration with the Anambra State government and Chambers of Commerce in Awka, Onitsha and Nnewi, have unveiled a partnership aimed at driving innovation, entrepreneurship and economic growth in the state and beyond. The Director of Unizik Business School, Professor Pius Okoye, said in Awka that the partnership seeks to ensure that research outputs from the University are aligned with the needs of the industry, while gove

By Madu Obi The operatives of the Anambra State security outfit, Agunechemba, have demolished a brothel allegedly used for drug trafficking and apprehended 38 persons, made up of 20 suspected female commercial sex workers and 18 males, during a raid on the facility in Okpuno area of Awka. Among those arrested include the manager of the facility, a supervisor, a bar attendant, and a storekeeper. The operatives, who stormed the brothel at night, described the brothel as a major

By Madu Obi Operatives of the Rapid Response Squad, Awkuzu, have arrested three suspects and recovery arms in Ogidi, Idemili North local government area in another breakthrough by the Anambra State Police command to rid the state of crime. Following sustained investigation and interrogation, the operatives arrested one Chukwuka Anene suspected to be the ringleader of the syndicate, who confessed to being the armourer of the criminal gang. The state Police Public Relations Off

By Madu Obi The State House of Assembly is to enact a law aimed at curbing rising house rent and exploitative housing practices across the state, especially student communities. Majority Leader of the house, Hon Ikenga Ofodeme gave the indication while addressing concerns raised by protesting students over the increasing cost of accommodation in the state. While commending the students for their peaceful conduct and lawful presentation of grievances at the Assembly complex,

By Madu Obi Anambra State Governor, Professor Chukwuma Soludo, has hinted of plans for significant reforms in the state civil service, following what he observed as lack of commitment among some employees. The governor spoke during a visit to the state secretariat in Awka, during which he assessed employee conduct, punctuality, and overall dedication to duty by the workers. The visit, which covered the various ministries and departments, was aimed at evaluating the current w

By Madu Obi Operatives of the Anambra State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Awka, have exhumed the corpse of a 52 -year old man, Chinedu Ezeani, allegedly murdered and buried by his cousin, Chukwudalu Ezeani. The incident happened eight months ago and it was reported as a case of missing person, until the arrest of the 35-year-old suspect, Chukwudalu Ezeani, which revealed the cause of death of his cousin. Police investigation revealed that on 1st August 2025 at a